In this quarterly publication, we share important updates on global developments in ship recycling. It offers an overview of accidents, particularly those occurring on the beaches of South Asia, namely in Bangladesh, India, and Pakistan, alongside relevant media coverage, and recent research and relevant readings. Our goal is to raise public awareness of the many harmful impacts of shipbreaking in South Asia, highlighting efforts to strengthen the protection of workers’ rights and the environment, as well as showcasing innovation and environmentally sound ship recycling practices.

In this quarterly publication, we inform about the shipbreaking industry in Bangladesh, India and Pakistan. Providing an overview of vessels broken on the beaches of South Asia, accidents and recent legislative and political developments, we highlight the negative impacts of substandard shipbreaking practices as well as positive steps aimed at the realisation of environmental justice and the protection of workers’ rights.